Does the gi shrink when washed
42701
It is 100% unshrunk cotton. IT WILL SHRINK. How much depends of how it is washed and dried. Cold wash + hang dry = minimum shrinkage. Hot wash + hot dryer = max shrinkage. I bought a Size 0 expecting it to shrink. It started off slightly too big, and now it is too small. It shrank ~4" in the pant leg and ~4" sleeve length after hot wash and hot dryer. If planning to shrink it, definitely start incrementally.
42702
It didn't. I have washed it 4 times already and it didn't shrink. The jacket takes longer to dry since it's so heavy. After a cycle i take it out to air dry.
42703
I have two pair of these pants for several months and both have shrunk significantly. I am 5'4'' and the size 2 pants hit about the middle of my calf. The size 3 pants are now several inches shorter than I'd like. Admittedly I used the dryer on the size 2 pants (with regular heat), but on the size 3 pants I only used the delicate (cool) setting and they still shrunk a lot.
42704
I washed it in cold water and dried it on the medium heat setting, and it shrunk a little. I am not sure how much it shrunk.. maybe an inch? It seems to stretch back out a bit - like jeans that shrink, but stretch out again after you wear them.
42705
NO. This Judo Gi is really good. and it is perfect for beginner Georgian Judokas. :)
42706
Maybe just a bit. Do not put it in the dryer or you'll have a gi for a GI Joe.
1714069
Yes, it is. Just remember to wash it in cold water. I dry it on the medium cycle and have had no problems with shrinkage. I have the king size blanket and if I fit it in my high efficiency washer just right, it launders beautifully.
161013
I have washed my quilt 3 times and have not had a problem with shrinkage, but it is a very heavy load for washer and dryer even in my extra large capacity machines.
1938280
It can be removed. It's a little tricky the first time. I recommend using the manual instructions the first time. After that it's easy. I machine wash mine on gentle or hand wash even though the manual says not to machine wash. The fabric is still in great condition and I didn't have a shrinking problem even with using the dryer.
1640602
It is not pre-washed but when I washed and dried it I did not notice shrinking. You have to wash it when you get it to get all the starch out.
653909
Yes it does and yes you can. I bought this for my golden retriever puppy and we have washed it several times and I have always put it in the dryer. It is still soft and snuggly!
1045537
nope, mine did not shrink. i flip my case inside out and put it on by pulling it over the pillow that way.
389880
In my experience, it hasn't shrunk at all. I usually line dry it, but it snuck into th dryer once or twice and was fine. Hope that helps!
1650224
No, they do NOT shrink. I think the key is to NEVER wash them in hot water or dry them on high heat-- and they will clean up BEAUTIFULLY, keep their shape, and still lie flat!
282750
Brian G., I would definitely follow the size chart but if you're in between sizes, or unsure, just go with the bigger size. You can always shrink it to your customized size. To shrink your Gi, in the dryer, do it in 4-5 minute increments and try it on as you go. Once you get the final fit, air dry it. Personally,this is the only time I use a dryer for my Gis as I just hang them and let them air dry. Good luck!
106442
No they don't shrink. I love the towels very much but be careful in getting stains on it. Hard to get them out.Love the size and great for drying time.
82874
I would think so. We have a queen-sized deluxe air bed with a memory foam pad on top, and our queen sized sheets fit very well. And there was no shrinkage when we washed them.
310652
No. It washed just fine. I have a rather large head and no shrinkage is very important to me. It's a great hat and worth the money. I did use a baseball cap holder when I washed it to help maintain its shape so that may have helped also.
1662857
Yes and it washes well and does not shrink. I love this quilt so much wish my husband would let me put it on our bed too!!!
152467
yes, it does. but after a few washes, it does not fit very well, I think it did shrink a bit.
479148
You wash it zipped up in the washer like normal, it comes with good directions. It doesn't shrink and is pretty stretchy.
1631962
I only washed it once, on warm. Then I put it in the dryer just long enough to get the water off and wrinkles out. I did not notice any shrinkage. It hangs up beautifully.